GREAT WEST CUT PLUG, Antique Latched Tin Container by The Empire Tobacco Company of CANADA, 1915

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GREAT WEST CUT PLUG, Vintage Tin by Empire Tobacco Co. CANADA, IS IN AMAZING CONDITION, and is a rare early-century Tobacciana collectible! Manufactured by The Empire Tobacco Co., Branch of Imperial Tobacco Co. of Canada Limited, Montreal and Granby. The photos say it all for this classic tin: Simple graphics, deep muted reds and golds, original handle, working clasp, side-hinged, all in perfect order. And, the original Canada Excise Sticker of 1 pound paper stamp is still on, showing serial number 2023387 from 1915! For more info on Canada Excise Stamps, please see: Canada's Stamp Taxation of Tobacco Products, 1864-1974 Size: 8 x 5.25 x 4 inch high GC&C Stock #851 Show more